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Ultimaker PP Polypropylene filament is now available from Redstack. Polypropylene (PP) is one of the most commonly used plastics in the world. It's a favorite material of many manufacturers and engineers and is utilised across a wide range of applications. With its toughness and exceptional fatigue resistance, it is a great material for creating functional prototypes and durable end use parts. With a low density, polypropylene can be used to produce lightweight parts with a high strength to weight ratio.

Polypropylene also delivers outstanding temperature, electrical, and chemical resistance. It can withstand temperatures up to 105°C, it can be used as an electrical insulator, and can tolerate a wide range of bases and acids - including industrial cleaning chemicals. Polypropylene is also semi flexible, translucent, and has low friction and smooth surfaces, making it suitable for producing everything from electrical components to working hinges. With a high fatigue resistance, it does not break when repeatedly bent, allowing it to be used for a broad range of applications such as clamps and hinges.

Why choose Ultimaker PP?
Polypropylene is popular worldwide with engineers and manufacturers for a wide variety of applications.

Durable with high toughness and fatigue resistance (PP retains its shape after torsion, bending, and/or flexing)

Low friction and smooth surfaces

Good heat resistance (up to 105°C)

Semi-flexible

Chemical resistance to a wide range of bases and acids, including industrial cleaning agents

See examples below of a bottle and clamp, both printed with Ultimaker PP filament:

Ultimaker PP is a good choice for printing low friction end use parts that have good fatigue resistance and toughness. When printing using one of the extensively tested Cura profiles for Ultimaker 2+ or Ultimaker 3 3D printers, you get reliable results and a seamless 3D printing experience.

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